I feel like such a tool today. I completely forgot about my fantasy football draft yesterday. Needless to say, I’ve become the brunt of many jokes since yesterday- which I can understand. If you’re my fb friend, I’m sure you’ve seen some obnoxious postings on my wall regarding my reckless abandon. I think they just missed me.

And to you punks in Dawson who decided to spray my car with silly string…I know who you are! And you better be watching your back. As a kid, I never did anything like that. You really have nothing better to do than to cover my car with silly string? I was NOT a happy camper when I saw that yesterday morning. Let this be a warning to all of you little punks who think you’re funny!!! I will find you, and when I do, you’re going to be sorry!

You think that scared em’???

Have a great Monday!

BP

This afternoon at 5, Blake and I will debut our latest and greatest single. It’s called “On a Float” and it’s about our trials and tribulations aboard a big parade float. Ok, so it’s more satirical, but you get my point right?

So, my fiance put us on a very strict diet. A diet that DJ Blake would be proud of. My morning started off with a hard-boiled egg and…that’s it. Just an egg! But you see, there is a problem with that. The stench, perhaps? Everyone in the office thinks I’ve been dabbling in nothing but refried beans. I’m tired of explaining to everyone that “IT’S THE EGG!” I swear, it wasn’t me. My office smells like DJ Blake has been camped out in here for a week with nothing but protein shakes. If I haven’t painted a clear enough picture for you, IT SMELLS!

Thanks for listening and I hope you enjoy our new song. Remember, today at 5p.

Bob

It’s been about 17 years since I’ve been to Wrigley Field. Go ahead, I know what you’re thinking…”He’s a Cub fan and hasn’t been to Wrigley in how long?” Trust me- I know.

But this past weekend I ended my streak when Vanessa took me to Chicago to a Cub/Cardinal Sunday night game. Wrigley is like my “mecca”. I didn’t appreciate the history, the beauty of the neighborhood and the stadium itself 17 years ago. But to walk up the stairs and to see the green ivy on the outfield walls and to smell the history. It was something that I’ll never forget. Sure, my beloved Cubs lost- but I was still there. I was at Wrigley Field again. And I must say that Vanessa and I are going to vow to make this an annual excursion. We stayed at a new hotel downtown called The Dana Hotel & Spa, which was the bomb! It was an overall great weekend and I’m glad that I was able to be there. And no matter how much I love Chicago, it’s great to be back in Springfield! Here are some pics from my weekend. Don’t hate, I had a few beers as I’m sure you can tell by the pics.

Vacation is over. Always a sad realization, but something we’ve all got to deal with…Coming back to work. Is it true that the first day is always the longest? It sure feels like it.  My vacation was very “low-key”. I just hung around the house in Dawson, mowed the lawn twice, swam, hung out with my fam and just disconnected myself from the radio station.

I didn’t check my e-mail until the whole MJ fiasco went down…Then I found myself completely zoned in to the MJ coverage. It felt so weird to feel the way I did when I realized that he really died. I was genuinely sad about the whole thing. I hope he finds, in death, what he was never able to find in life.

One last thought. I went to the Dr. this morning to get my stiches removed following my thumb surgery…This is the conversation I overheard outside of my room…”So, how do you remove the sutures? Do you disinfect his hand first? What should I use? (sfx- door flies open)…Ok, Mr. Parrish, let’s get started!” My first thought was, “what the (fill in the blank)”. It was a med student who did a  great job, minus the few pokes I got from the scissors. Unfortunately, I’ve still got 4 more weeks in this splint. If I don’t get any golf in this Summer, I’m going to be really upset. For now, I’ll just be annoyed by not being able to use my right thumb.

Peace!

BP

So, you may have noticed that I’ve been off quite a bit lately. Last Tuesday I had surgery to repair a torn ligament in my thumb. I won’t go into details, but it has been the most miserable experience of my adult life. I hate the fact that I cannot use my thumb for 6 weeks. I am learning, slowly, to use my left hand. The most difficult thing is brushing my teeth. It’s incredibly awkward, but I do get the job done.

Prior to all of the issues with my thumb, I scheduled a vacation starting tomorrow through Friday. I was going to go play golf everyday and enjoy a little “me” time. As you can imagine, I won’t be golfing…at all. I’ll be spending my vacation at home twiddling 1 thumb (since the other is out of action) alone. How sad is that? But regardless, I’ll be off work and doing a whole lotta nothing. I can’t even playXBox! Maybe I’ll start to blog consistently while on vacation! Enjoy your week with Blake!

Oh  BTW, Vanessa, my  fiancee bought me Cubs/Cards tickets at Wrigley for Father’s Day!!!! I cannot wait to spend the weekend in “The Chi” watching my beloved Cubbies put a hurtin’ on the Redbirds!!! Thanks V!!!

BP

I just saw this picture of my nephew and had to post it. This was taken at his mom and dad’s wedding. His name is Dexter and his dad (my brother) is going to serve our country in Afghanistan Friday morning. It makes me sad for this little guy, but I know he’ll be well taken care of. Especially if he just bats those big blue eyes of his at the ladies!

I’ve never been happier to end a weekend as I am today. It all started Friday evening after I left the radio station. Someone pulled out in front of me, I honked and yelled an explitive, in turn setting the other driver off to the point that he started tailgating me. I was freaking out, pulled off the road into a parking lot. They followed me and the passenger jumped out of his car, through my window to punch me in the face. Here’s where it gets a bit crazy. I tossed him out of my car, jumped out myself, only to have him come at me again. So, out of complete fear I started swinging haymakers at this guys face. He jumped back into the car and they took off. Terrifying experience to say the least.

We watched the season premier of Jon & Kate Plus 8 last night. What a sad, sad start to the new season. If you missed it, it was the first time they’ve both spoken publically about the “incident”. They never said what the “incident” was, though. Jon is ready to step out of the limelight and Kate loves every minute of it. She’s happy, he’s not. And unfortunately, their future looks pretty dim. However, I think that if they just lose the cameras, the relationship may be able to be fixed. This, of course, is an outsiders prospective. Regardless, it was sad to see the almost perfect couple in turmoil and I feel really bad for the 8 children. I’ll be watching next Monday night, for sure.

Peace,

BP

I’m a little chapped that I’m stuck inside today when it’s sunny and 73. Another Monday night- another win for the Star Talent Events softball team. Man, gotta say thanks to Tony and the gang at Inkorporated Designs in Virden for putting together some sweet jerseys. That white “pops” as they say!

I’ve got another chance for you to win the ABC Newschannel 20/Dancing With the Stars prize package. I’ve got the Len Goodman DVD- teaching you to dance. And a $25 iTunes gift card. We’ll play sometime between 4 and 4:30 this afternoon.

I’m so excited. I went home for lunch and I’ve managed to keep Vanessa’s Mother’s Day flowers alive…And our little planter box of spinach has sprouted 2 plants. Now, if I can only continue to keep them alive. Kind of makes me regret taking a horticulture class in high school. Enjoy the weather today!!!

 BP

The “Paradise” that is KFC. Apparently, the server for the FREE lunch coupon has crashed! Remember, today is the only day to download the coupon. So I’ll keep it up for the afternoon. Just go to the home page and type keyword, Bob! Enjoy!

BP